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95 Ball joint failure

Discussion in '1st Gen. Tacomas (1995-2004)' started by Apoiyay, Dec 9, 2016.

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Dec 9, 2016 at 7:14 PM

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Hey guys, now to this forum. I was given a 95 single cab for free from my wife's uncle. only down side is that the right front ball joints apparently failed on him. so he went out and got a new one, ha. I have pictures of the damage. I wanted to get opinions on how extensive the damage is and this is all I have for pictures .

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Make sure tie rod and steering rack isnt damaged.

Id replace both lower and upper balljoints just to be on safe side

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Well considering it is a 2wd 5lug the damage should be minimal. Check the steering rack to make sure it is still attached and not bent. Change all four BJs when you get around to it with OEM BJs.

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I would change both sides, lower and upper ball joints. Inner and outer tie rods also.

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Dec 9, 2016 at 7:42 PM

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Make sure you use OEM ball joints only

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Dec 9, 2016 at 8:06 PM

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Are moog BJ'S good? all ready bought them lol

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Nope they are not, return them and get OEM
If your driving and one goes out you will crash.
Not worth getting anything but OEM on this part

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Yes sir, consider it return

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Dec 9, 2016 at 8:16 PM

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You need to replace the rubber spacers on the sway bar, they look all cracked and rotting

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